Met Office forecaster Marco Petagna said: "There is likely to be a lot of surface spray on the roads, there could be localised flooding, and the winds could cause branches to come off the trees, and one or two tiles off the roof.

"On the south coast there could be quite large waves.

"People should keep tuned in to the forecast, and avoid the east coast, south coast and high grounds as well if possible. Allow extra time for your journey and if possible try and delay your journey as winds will tend to ease off throughout the day."

The Met Office issued yellow weather warnings for northern Scotland on Sunday, as winds reached up to 80mph in Orkney and Shetland.

Winds of up to 60mph are set to hit inland areas on Monday, with speeds of 70mph expected along the south coast, especially towards exposed areas across the south and south-east.

Showers are expected to continue through Tuesday with hail and thunder also possible.